The Indo-Japan Business Council (IJBC) is set to host the 4th edition of the India-Japan Business Conference (IJBC 2025) on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the Madaras Management Association, Chennai. With the theme “Accelerating Indo-Japan Partnerships in Technology, Trade, and Sustainability,” the conference promises to be a dynamic convergence of minds, aimed at shaping next-generation bilateral collaboration between the two nations.
Positioned strategically in the Indo-Pacific region, the conference will serve as a high-impact platform for senior government officials, corporate leaders, SMEs, academia, and innovation experts from both India and Japan. It will address the rapidly evolving landscape of digital transformation, sustainable development, SME empowerment, and bilateral trade facilitation.
“This is more than a conference—it’s a catalyst for co-creation,” said Siddharth Deshmukh, President of IJBC. “Together with our Japanese partners, we are shaping future-ready ecosystems that blend innovation with impact.”
Key Highlights of the Conference
Opening Ceremony
- Welcome Address: Siddharth Deshmukh, President, IJBC
- Dignitaries:
- Mr. Takahashi Muneo, Consul-General of Japan in Chennai
- Mrs. Geetanjali Kirloskar, CMD, Kirloskar Systems; Co-Chair, CII Japan Council
- Mr. Takahashi Muneo, Consul-General of Japan in Chennai
Core Sessions & Talks
- JICA India Insights: Investment priorities with Mr. Takuro Takeuchi, Chief Representative
- Design Thinking for Business Resilience: Led by Dr. Anbu Rathinavel, Co-founder, School of Design Thinking
- Fireside Chat: Business storytelling by Ms. Suguri Mikami (Japan)
- Panel Discussion: Strengthening India-Japan ties in trade and technology
Afternoon Sessions
- Sustainability & Branding: Keynote by Mr. Niladri Mazumdar, President & COO, Seiko Watch India
- Market Access & Partnerships: Insights from Mr. Kaoru Shiraishi, Director General, JETRO Chennai
- Panel on Circular Economy: Featuring experts from IIT Madras and IISc Bengaluru
- Human Resource Collaboration: Fireside chat with Nihon Edutech and IJBC North-East
Strategic Launches & Closing
- Launch of IJBC SME Desk: A support initiative for cross-border SME partnerships
- Closing Address: Mr. Abhishek Choudhury, Vice President (Strategy), IJBC
- Cocktail Dinner (By Invitation Only): Networking and business matchmaking from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Strategic Significance
The conference aligns with India’s Act East Policy and Japan’s Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) Vision, and focuses on:
- Empowering SMEs with access to cutting-edge tech and global markets
- Advancing green infrastructure and sustainable supply chains
- Forging collaborative ecosystems for innovation and trade
- Generating actionable policy recommendations for long-term impact
Who Should Attend
- Indian & Japanese SMEs and startups
- Multinational corporations engaged in Indo-Pacific operations
- Government policymakers and regulators
- Academic institutions, researchers & think tanks
- Trade and investment promotion agencies
Conference Details
- Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025
- Venue: Madaras Management Association, Chennai
- Registration & Info: www.bizcon.ijbc.org
- Contact:
- Email: abhishek.choudhury@ijbc.org
- Phone: +91 98909 47107
- Email: abhishek.choudhury@ijbc.org
About IJBC
The Indo-Japan Business Council (IJBC) is a key platform promoting deep-rooted cooperation between India and Japan in the domains of business, culture, education, and innovation. Through strategic dialogues, business delegations, and high-impact partnerships, IJBC continues to foster a shared vision for sustainable growth and global competitiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.
Join the conversation. Shape the future. Experience the synergy at IJBC 2025.
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